Drum samples: Download free drum kits
Free sample packs
Snare drum samples
Download snare drum sample pack including sounds from Ludwig Black Beauty, Tama LMP Maple and Tama Bubinga.
Bass drum samples
Bass drum kicks and beats using a Yamaha recording custom 22inch.
Practice recordings
A sample pack to use alongside the practice videos (found below). Available for both Logic and Protools.
Interested in producing music?
You can learn to produce music and create your own samples at the University of Huddersfield. We have a number of courses dedicated to music technology and production.
Attend an Open Day to learn more about studying at Huddersfield.
Training: How to use the sample drum kits
In these videos you'll learn how to use the drum samples in our kits. Tutorials include creating drum loops in both Protools and Logic.
Music sample creators
Dr Austin Moore
Senior Lecturer in music production and sound engineering
Worked on the engineering, mixing, editing and EX24 programming for the sample packs. If you'd like to work with Dr Austin Moore please visit his research profile below.
Mark Wendl
Senior Technician for the Music Technology facilities.
Worked on the engineering and drumming for the sample packs.
Interested in producing music?
You can learn to produce music and create your own samples at the University of Huddersfield. We have a number of courses dedicated to music technology and production.
Attend an Open Day to learn more about studying at Huddersfield.
How to record drums
This video shows you how to record drums, including the different types of microphones used. Very useful if you're interested in recording your own drum samples.